2010 Hawaii DoD SB Forum

The 8th Annual DoD Hawaii Small Business Forum is scheduled for June 15, 2010, at the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii in Honolulu. The event will begin at 7:30 a.m. with doors opening for attendees, and the program will run from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This forum aims to provide information to businesses, particularly small enterprises, about contracting opportunities with Department of Defense agencies in Hawaii. It will also offer guidance on how small businesses can navigate DoD contracting procedures and facilitate networking among participants. Exhibition tables are available at no cost to contractors on a first-come, first-served basis, enhancing opportunities for business exposure. Registration costs $50 per person, which includes program materials, refreshments, and lunch. The deadline to register is June 7, 2010, with registration accessible through the designated website. The event is primarily geared toward small business concerns but expects participation from large businesses and DoD representatives as well. Points of contact for the event include Mr. Jon von Kessel, U.S. Army Small Business Contract Regional Manager, and Ms. Dana O. Hauanio, Director of the Honolulu Minority Business Enterprise Center. Additional support is provided by Small Business Specialist James K. Watanabe. This forum serves as a key platform for small businesses in Hawaii seeking to engage with the DoD market.